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Effective May 1, program registration is open to both members and non-members of MMA.

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• Beach Combing Walks
  • Description: This guided stroll along the beach will get your family moving while discovering all the shells and other marine life that can be found on our sandy shores. Challenge yourself to see how much of the "good" (native shells and marine life) the "bad" (discarded balloons, fishing gear and trash) and the "ugly" (invasive species) you and your family can identify. A fun time for all ages!
  • Instructor: Aquarium Interns
  • Offered: From 06/10/2008 to 09/06/2008 (02:00 pm - 04:00 pm), Offered: Tues-Thurs-Sat
    
  • Cost: $10.00 members, $15.00 non-members.
  • Age requirement: From 1
  • Notes: Beachcombing Walks are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 2pm from June 10th-September 6th. Reservation required to Book call 508-228-5387.
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    • From 06/10/2008 to 09/06/2008 (02:00 pm - 04:00 pm), Offered: Tues-Thurs-Sat | Seats: 0

• Birding Nantucket
  • Description: Travel the island's diverse habitats to discover first hand the variety of birds that call Nantucket home. Walks held Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:30AM and Saturdays at 8AM from June 10th-September 13th.
  • Instructor: Dr. Bob Kennedy, Director of Natural Science
  • Offered: From 06/10/2008 to 09/06/2008, Offered: Tues-Thurs-Sat
    
  • Cost: $0.00 members, $15.00 non-members.
  • Age requirement: From 1
  • Notes: Come and join our expert ecologists for a fun-filled and educational nature stroll. Whether you are looking to learn something new or practice your skills, our walks are designed for all interest levels.
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    • From 06/10/2008 to 09/06/2008, Offered: Tues-Thurs-Sat | Seats: 0

• Field Ornithology
  • Description: Join Dr. Bob Kennedy for an understanding of birding basics, a discussion on current bird research on Nantucket and a trip to Coatue to see some gull banding.
  • Instructor: Dr. Bob Kennedy, Director of Natural Science
  • Offered: From 08/13/2008 (08:00 pm - 12:30 pm), Offered: Wednesday
    
  • Cost: $45.00 members, $55.00 non-members.
  • Age requirement: From 18
  • Notes: If you have a 4 wheel drive vehicle and are willing to drive call Dr. Kennedy at 508-228-1782.
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    • From 08/13/2008 (08:00 pm - 12:30 pm), Offered: Wednesday | Seats: (of 1 available)

• Marine Ecology Walks
  • Description: Everyone becomes a scientist in this educational discovery program! You and your family will get a first hand look at the unique sea creatures found on Nantucket while you help identify fish, crabs, shrimp and other marine life as part of the Aquarium’s biodiversity study.
  • Instructor: Aquarium Interns
  • Offered: From 06/10/2008 to 09/01/2008 (10:00 am), Offered: Mon-Sat
    
  • Cost: $10.00 members, $15.00 non-members.
  • Age requirement: From 1 To 50
  • Notes: Marine Ecology Walks run Mon-Saturday at 10am from June 12th-September 8th.
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    • From 06/10/2008 to 09/01/2008 (10:00 am), Offered: Mon-Sat | Seats: 0

• Open Nights at Loines Observatory
  • Description: Come and discover our skies. Look through our 100 year old, newly refurbished Clark telescope. Also view our new 24 inch research telescope! No pre-registration accepted. Walk-ins only!
  • Instructor: Dr. Vladimir Strelnitski, Director of Astronomy/Astronomy Interns
  • Offered: From 06/11/2008 to 08/29/2008 (09:00 pm - 10:30 pm), Offered: Mon-Wed-Fri
    
  • Cost: $0.00 members, $10.00 non-members.
  • Age requirement: From 1 To 90
  • Notes: Open Nights Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 9:00pm. Weather permitting.
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    • From 06/11/2008 to 08/29/2008 (09:00 pm - 10:30 pm), Offered: Mon-Wed-Fri | Seats: 0
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• Private Discovery Classes
  • Description: Looking for your children to get a personalized, educational and fun nature program? Our Private Discovery Classes are structured to work with your schedule, interests, and special needs. We can accommodate one child or a group of children!
  • Instructor: Environmental Education Intern
  • Cost: $0.00 members, $0.00 non-members.
  • Age requirement: From 4 To 17
  • Notes: Call today to learn more about this great summer opportunity for your children to learn and have fun while experiencing everything Nantucket's natural world has to offer. 508-228-9198

• Private Programs
  • Description: MMA offers a variety of private workshops, tours, and field trips. Spend the morning birding with our ecologist, then come back to Vestal Street to tour our historical buildings, Natural Science Museum and the Aquarium. After lunch, travel to a local beach and comb the beaches for sea creatures, then end the day with a private tour and viewing at Loines Observatory. This is just one example of a full day of fun and education. Programs can be catered to your needs. These private programs are perfect for family outings, wedding weekend activities, birthday parties, reunions, and college groups. For more information or to discuss all the possibilities, call the Education Director Darcie Vallant at 508-228-9198.
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  • Cost: $0.00 members, $0.00 non-members.
  • Age requirement: From 1 To 50
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• Scallops and Scalloping
  • Description: Get prepared for the start of scallop season. Learn about equipment, the process of catching and cleaning scallops, how to age them, and what to look for in the field. Proceeds to benefit the Nantucket Shellfish Association.
  • Instructor: Dr. Bob Kennedy, Director of Natural Science
  • Offered: From 10/01/2008 (07:00 am - 10:00 am), Offered: Wednesday
    From 10/02/2008 (07:30 am - 10:30 am), Offered: Thursday
    From 10/03/2008 (08:00 am - 11:00 am), Offered: Friday
    
  • Cost: $25.00 members, $35.00 non-members.
  • Age requirement: From 18
  • Notes: You must have your scallop pin with you in order to scallop.
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    • From 10/01/2008 (07:00 am - 10:00 am), Offered: Wednesday | Seats: (of 10 available)
    • From 10/02/2008 (07:30 am - 10:30 am), Offered: Thursday | Seats: (of 10 available)
    • From 10/03/2008 (08:00 am - 11:00 am), Offered: Friday | Seats: (of 10 available)

• Seal Cruises to Muskeget Island
  • Description: Join Dr. Bob Kennedy, MMA Director of Natural Science, and Captain Blair Perkins of Shearwater Exursions for a trip to Nantucket's smallest island, Muskeget, to see our local gray seal population.
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  • Offered: From 07/07/2008 to 09/01/2008, Offered: Monday
    
  • Cost: $0.00 members, $0.00 non-members.
  • Age requirement: From 1 To 50
  • Notes: For prices and to book call Shearwater Excursions at 508-228-7037
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    • From 07/07/2008 to 09/01/2008, Offered: Monday | Seats: 0

• Whale Watching
  • Description: Join Dr. Bob Kennedy, MMA Director of Natural Science, and Captain Blair Perkins of Shearwater Excursions for a trip of a lifetime & a guarantee to see whales, seabirds and other ocean life. For prices and to book call Shearwater Excursions at 508-228-7037.
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  • Offered: From 07/06/2008 to 08/31/2008 (09:00 am), Offered: Sunday
    
  • Cost: $0.00 members, $0.00 non-members.
  • Age requirement: From 1 To 50
  • Notes: To book call 508-228-7037
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    • From 07/06/2008 to 08/31/2008 (09:00 am), Offered: Sunday | Seats: 0

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